Support Worker

**Support Worker - Mentor-Focused Disability Support**

**Job Type**: Casual
**Location**: Canberra & Surrounds

**About The Well & Co.**

At The Well & Co., we are a purpose-driven care organisation committed to empowering people with disabilities and at-risk youth to live meaningful, independent lives. We don't just provide services—we build relationships, nurture growth, and walk alongside our clients through every season of life. Our approach is grounded in empathy, excellence, and empowerment.

**What It's Like to Work With Us**

We foster a team culture built on trust, collaboration, and growth. You'll be supported by a leadership team that listens, a care model that values your contribution, and peers who share your passion for purpose. Expect:

- Flexible shifts and consistent scheduling
- Regular team events and care meetings
- Paid training and career advancement pathways
- A genuinely supportive and inclusive work culture

**Key Responsibilities**

As a Support Worker at The Well & Co., you'll serve not just as a carer—but as a **mentor**, life coach, and ally. You will:

- Provide **community access support**, including transport to activities, appointments, and job readiness services
- Assist with **domestic tasks** such as meal prep, cleaning, and personal organisation
- Offer practical help with **routine building**, **time management**, and **confidence coaching**:

- Build trust and rapport through consistent, relationship-based support
- Work with participants who have autism, mental health needs, or are neurodiverse
- Encourage independence while offering dependable guidance
- Document and report on progress clearly, using digital tools and templates

We're looking for someone who does more than show up—you show care, initiative, and impact. You might be a youth worker, tradesperson, support worker, or coach ready to give back through meaningful one-on-one support.

You will thrive in this role if you:

- Have experience mentoring or coaching young people or adults
- Have a background or interest in **trades, construction, or hands-on skills**:

- Are confident working with people who may not identify as having a disability
- Know how to build structure without pressure, and set healthy boundaries
- Are calm, emotionally mature, and values-led
- Are adaptable, resourceful, and outcome-focused

**Core Skills & Competencies**
- Autism support (Level 2 or higher)
- Understanding of mental health and psychosocial recovery
- Time and routine coaching
- Food safety and medication prompting
- Experience with mobility equipment (e.g., electric wheelchairs)
- Clear documentation and digital reporting (e.g., via apps or case notes)

**Essential Requirements**
- Cert III in Individual Support, Disability, Mental Health, Youth Work or equivalent (or working toward)
- Current First Aid & CPR certificate (or willing to obtain)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- National Police Check (within 12 months)
- Valid Driver's License and reliable transport

**Benefits**
- **Immediate Interviews** for eligible applicants
- **$32-$35/hr** starting rate + transport + performance bonuses
- **Training provided**, including paid onboarding
- Opportunities to specialise in youth mentoring, trades-focused support, or psychosocial recovery
- Regular team events and a community that genuinely supports your journey

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $31.46 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Visa sponsorship

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Rotating roster
- Shift work
- Weekend availability

Supplementary Pay:

- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates
- Performance bonus

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- National Police Certificate (required)
- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person